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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Ladera Ranch, CA

ABC Daycare

5.0

Absolutely great caregivers! My son goes 2x a week and he LOVES it! He can't wait to tell us what they did during the day and he's always excited to go to ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!

- Allie P.

Normandale Family Childcare

5.0

Our daughter started with Normandale when she was 4 months and is now 3 years old. For the last 3 years Ms Maryam and Ms Mina have been so loving, caring, patient and treat her as if she was their family. They take time to help each child complete art projects and learn, our daughter has learned the...

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Taylor's Daycare

5.0

Taylor Bowen worked several years at Busy Bee Haven. During that time she assisted in supervising and being responsible for the well being of young children in my licensed home childcare facility. Duties included assisting in maintaining a safe, fun and clean environment, monitoring children to...

- Stacey D.

Playful Days Childcare

5.0

To whom it may Concern Liz Gill began caring for my daughter, Sandra., in August 2003. I had just pulled Sandra. out of a very bad day care situation, and needless to say, I was very apprehensive about trying to find someone new to take care of her. As soon as I spoke with Liz on the phone, my...

- Laurie G

Shelby's Day Care

5.0

Our 2 year old daughter started going to Shelby's in January 2018. She was previously in an in home daycare in Carlsbad. I struck gold with Shelby. She is absolutely wonderful! She is so attentive, affectionate and fun. My daughter fit right in and is loved! Shelby's home is clean, organized and...

- Jenna K.

Drop-in child care in Ladera Ranch, CA

Kids Corner

21 Red Leaf, Ladera Ranch, CA

My name is Stephanie and I am the owner of Kids Corner, In-Home Child Care. I am located in Ladera Ranch, California. I attended San Diego State University where I pursued a Bachelors Degree in Liberal Studies. Additionally, I went on to receive my Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in Elementary...

5.0

(1)

Licensed by the State (#304313249) Full-time, part-time; drop-ins. Occasional evening and weekend care available on request. -Certified, loving and patient teacher experienced in early childhood development. -Activities include story-time, song and dance, morning stretches, arts and crafts, math &...
5.0
"Absolutely great caregivers! My son goes 2x a week and he LOVES it! He can't wait to tell us what they did during the day and he's always excited to go to ABC daycare. Definitely RECOMMEND this place!"

Allie P.


Normandale Family Childcare

Normandale Family Childcare

Summit , LAKE FOREST, CA

5.0

(4)

Welcome to Normandale Family Child Care! We provide an atmosphere that is safe, loving, educational, and ideal for early childhood education. Our daycare is full of educational material, as we believe education should feed a child's growth. We will encourage learning through reading, writing,...
5.0
"Harsh S ★★★★★ ★★★★★ You cannot go wrong here - this is truly a 'family' childcare where your child will just go to an extended family of Normandale Family Childcare. The teachers, Miss Mina, Miss Maryam and others are simply amazing and will truly care for your...

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Taylor's Daycare

Taylor's Daycare

30252 Pacific Island Dr Apt 158, Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0

(1)

Dragonfly Garden Family Childcare has 4 spots becoming available come March 2023. Three for children over 2 and one infant spot for a child under 2 years old. Daily Rate - $48 Full and Part Time Availability Tuition includes meals such as breakfast and lunch. Dragonfly Garden is a small...
5.0
"Taylor Bowen worked several years at Busy Bee Haven. During that time she assisted in supervising and being responsible for the well being of young children in my licensed home childcare facility. Duties included assisting in maintaining a safe, fun and clean...

Stacey D.


Wieczorek Family Daycare

Wieczorek Family Daycare

21082 Wheaton Terrace, Lake Forest, CA

Need childcare options for the potential changes in schools next year? Family Daycare now open in Lake Forest License #304313705 -Near El Toro/Portola -Ages 0-12 years -Transportation, educational supervision, and before and after school care available for Lake Forest Elementary students...

Squirrely Daycare

Squirrely Daycare

11 Calle Albarda, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

My Philosophy is I believe children should have fun! After all, even the experts agree that preschool age children learn most through play. Imaginative Play, music and movement, Outside Play, Science Experiments, Arts n Crafts, etc. Hours are 7 a.m.- 6 p.m. I have drop-in, half day contracts, and...

Kids Corner

Kids Corner

24431 Cielo, Laguna Niguel, CA

Hello, My name is Shima. I am a mother of two and as a daycare provider my goal is to continue the parents role of caregiver, nurture and teacher. I welcome you to my home and l will work with you as a team to plan and provide for your child a safe, fun, energetic exercises, outdoor playtime,...

Leony Daycare

Leony Daycare

1 VIA AZUR, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Leony's Day Care started 1995, I was a nurse but open my own business and doing it for 24 yrs. I have one helper with me. I have a big backyard for the children to play and activities inside the room like crafts, reading, coloring etc. I'm open from 6:am to 6pm for only 8 to 9 hrs. each day, or if...

Debbie's Daycare

Debbie's Daycare

34 San Mateo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

At Debbie's Daycare we are committed to your child's future. We provide your child with great learning experiences through our preschool and prekindergarten programs. There is a lot of one on one help at our preschool and prekindergarten classes. We have a fully qualified early childhood education...

LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

LEARNING EXPERIENCE EARLY EDUCATION CENTER, THE

23421 MADERO, MISSION VIEJO, CA

Starting at $1450/mo

The Learning Experience has been serving the families of Saddleback and south Orange County for over 39 years. We provide a creative, nurturing environment with a developmental curriculum geared towards kindergarten readiness and personal social growth.

Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

Patty's Home Preschool - Laguna Hills

24572 Southhampton Ct, Laguna Hills, CA

Patty's Home Preschool is licensed for 14 children. Over 25 years experience. Infant / Toddler / Preschool / Dedicated to provide quality care and encourage children the love for learning so they could excel in Kindergarten and beyond. Patty's Home Preschool is regulated by the "Child Care...

Melody Child Care

Melody Child Care

5031 Alcorn Ln, Irvine, CA

At Melody Child Care, our goal is to support your child's development with more personalized and family-oriented care. In our family child care home, we are able to communicate with parents on a more personal level to create custom care and share details about the development of each child. Our...

Kiddo Kare

Kiddo Kare

26575 El Toboso, Mission Viejo, CA

Hello! I am a loving mom of 2 beautiful baby girls, ages 6 months & 16 months. I know firsthand how hard it is to go back to work after having a baby. I promise to give a loving, nurturing and safe environment for your little bundle of joy. Children should be spoiled with fun & love as long as...

Happy Angels Haven

Happy Angels Haven

25291 Barents Street, Laguna Hills, CA

Happy Angels Haven, located in Laguna Hills, is just three blocks from 5 & 405 freeway, and just two easy turns to reach me on Alicia Parkway. Parents like a quick pick-up and drop-off, and so we work tirelessly to make everything as convenient as possible. We offer an inviting, fun-loving,...

Marinia Academy Alternative Education Center

Marinia Academy Alternative Education Center

1968 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA

Marinia Academy provides In-home Childcare to children with developmental delays, learning challenges, or disabilities. We also provide Reading Therapy, IEP Tutoring, and ABA Therapy. Our childcare team is trained to provide mentally stimulating learning activities, homework help, meal prep, and...

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

LePort Montessori Irvine Spectrum

1 Technology Drive Bldgs. A H, Irvine, CA

At LePort, we help our students acquire the essential knowledge, thinking skills, and strength of character required to flourish as joyous children today, and as successful adults tomorrow. Our unique program emphasizes the relationship between the academically challenging material presented in the...

Playmates A Wee Care Club

Playmates A Wee Care Club

27281 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA

We are Orange County's only state licensed provider of child care that gives parents the flexibility of hourly billing, evening hours and weekend hours. At Playmates our motto is: "Where kids can be kids and parents can be carefree." We care for children from the ages of 2 to 12. Please visit our...

Streamline Christian Academy

Streamline Christian Academy

25195 Rivendell, Lake Forest, CA

Home-based Kindergarten readiness program, offering full or part time options, Mandarin and Spanish languages, STEM curriculum, and more!

Playful Days Childcare

Playful Days Childcare

25 Ericson Way, Laguna Hills, CA

5.0

(9)

- We have been open the last few months, and have just recently decided to slightly expand our student population. - We follow all the Covid-19 guidelines put forth by the CDC and Community licensing - Some parents may not agree with all of our restrictions, however we feel the safety of...
5.0
"To whom it may Concern Liz Gill began caring for my daughter, Sandra., in August 2003. I had just pulled Sandra. out of a very bad day care situation, and needless to say, I was very apprehensive about trying to find someone new to take care of her. As soon as...

Laurie G


Shelby's Day Care

Shelby's Day Care

Melinda Heights Area, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0

(7)

Raising your children is truly a blessing. However, there are times when life can get hectic with work, running errands, or simply taking some alone time when you're not feeling well or want to escape for an evening out. Finding a qualified childcare provider that you can trust can be difficult and...
5.0
"Our 2 year old daughter started going to Shelby's in January 2018. She was previously in an in home daycare in Carlsbad. I struck gold with Shelby. She is absolutely wonderful! She is so attentive, affectionate and fun. My daughter fit right in and is loved!...

Jenna K.


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